Sunday, 29 April 2018

5N & 6Z - New Life Projects

 

Recently, both the 5N & 6Z classes concluded our study of the Lenten and Easter season.

The word Lent comes from the Anglo-Saxon word for springtime ”lencten” which describes the gradual lengthening of daylight after the winter solstice.  Thus, closely associated with the transition from winter to spring is the Lenten Season – the period of preparation for in the death and resurrection of Christ at Easter.  Consequently, as part of our Catholic faith and traditions, we believe that from the sacred and blessed event of Easter stems or springs NEW LIFE.



The students' task was to incorporate the knowledge obtained in their religion classes about the Lenten and Easter Season as you create a visual considering the following options based on the theme of new life. The students had the choice of creating an illustrative collage, print media collage, Google Slide, Power-Point Presentation or Pic Collage that highlights the required information explored with this topic.


The following are examples of some of the student work that was created.










Friday, 13 April 2018

Humboldt Strong - Prayers for Humboldt


Humboldt Strong: Prayers for Humboldt

Many tributes have been given, much has been shared and reflected on since the tragic accident which occurred last week.  It is through these difficult times that we can find solace in God, in prayer and in those around us to give us strength, faith and hope to move forward. 

Jay Smith, better known around town as Smitty Kingston, posted his heartfelt response to the deadly crash involving the team on social media.  On the night of the accident he couldn't sleep — his head and heart were heavy due to tragic accident involving the Humboldt Broncos. So Smith picked up his guitar and expressed his grief in the best way he knew — by writing a song in a poignant tribute to the team and their loved ones. 

He posted this beautiful composition on his Facebook page and it’s been viewed over 1 million times in just a few days. Take a listen by clicking on the link below and you will understand why. Smith said that he's surprised by how far the song has traveled and suggested that if it helps even one person find some solace, then his goal in writing it has been accomplished.

- Humboldt Strong (Leave a Stick by the Door) – Smitty Kingston (Jay Smith)


In memory of the 16 people whose lives were lost . . . offerings of strength and courage to the people who survived the crash and prayers and condolences to all families and friends impacted by this tragedy.




A PRAYER FOR HUMBOLDT

DEAR GOD,
WE PRAY FOR ALL WHOSE LIVES HAVE BEEN TOUCHED BY THIS TRAGEDY.
FOR THOSE WHO MOURN, IMMERSE THEM IN YOUR LOVE
AND LEAD THEM THROUGH THIS DARKNESS INTO YOUR ARMS, AND LIGHT.
FOR THOSE WHO COMFORT, BE IN BOTH THE WORDS THEY USE
AND ALL THAT'S LEFT UNSPOKEN; FILL EACH HEART WITH LOVE.
WE ASK THIS THROUGH JESUS CHRIST, WHOSE OWN SUFFERING BROUGHT US LIFE,
HERE AND FOR ETERNITY.
AMEN



On Thursday, April 12th, all students and staff were invited to wear jerseys and / or green in support of the Humboldt Broncos. Students and Staff of St. Clare School have raised over $1048.12!!! All the money raised will be donated to the Humboldt District Hospital Foundation Inc. We are inspired by the heartfelt response to members of our school community as noted in the images below . . .